Senior Engineering Manager, Content Platform

About the role

Roku is at the forefront of transforming television viewing experiences. As the leading streaming platform in North America, we are dedicated to connecting audiences with the content they cherish while enabling publishers to reach vast audiences and providing advertisers with unique engagement tools. We are currently looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to guide our Core Content Platform team. This position involves setting the technical direction and overseeing the implementation of a scalable, cloud-agnostic data abstraction layer. You will manage a distributed team of senior engineers focused on modernizing legacy services into a unified, next-generation data platform that incorporates machine learning and AI capabilities. This leadership role demands extensive expertise in distributed systems, real-time data pipelines, and the ability to scale organizations effectively.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Define the technical strategy and architectural roadmap for the data platform, ensuring the development of scalable and highly available systems that can operate across multiple cloud environments.
• Supervise the design and implementation of real-time streaming data pipelines and distributed data architectures, utilizing technologies such as Scala 3, Apache Flink, and distributed SQL databases like CockroachDB.
• Lead, mentor, and expand a high-performing engineering team, promoting a culture of technical excellence among both US-based and international teams.
• Take responsibility for the reliability, performance, and management of technical debt within the data platform, ensuring consistent uptime and efficient service delivery to both internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in data engineering, backend architecture, and the development of scalable, distributed data platforms.
• At least 7 years of direct experience in engineering management, with a proven ability to recruit, lead, and retain senior-level talent while managing distributed teams effectively.
• Extensive knowledge in constructing real-time data pipelines and large-scale data infrastructures.
• Strong skills in contemporary backend and data engineering languages and frameworks, such as Scala, Java, and Python, as well as experience with streaming technologies.
• Proven track record in overseeing large-scale architectural migrations and managing complex technical debt.
• Practical experience in developing or managing platforms driven by Generative AI, or integrating machine learning pipelines into core data services.
• Familiarity with cloud-agnostic architectures and experience managing multi-cloud or hybrid deployments.
• Background in digital media, content platforms, or large-scale consumer applications is highly desirable.

What's Roku's approach to hybrid working?

Roku promotes an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Typically, teams work in the office from Monday to Thursday, with Fridays being flexible for remote work unless specific roles or office locations require full-time attendance.

What are some of the benefits?

Roku is dedicated to providing a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families. Our offerings include global access to mental health and financial wellness resources. Local benefits may include healthcare options (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance, disability coverage, commuter assistance, and retirement plans (401(k)/pension). We encourage employees to take time off in accordance with local leave policies to support their evolving personal and professional needs. It is important to note that not all benefits are available in every location or for every role. Please consult with your recruiter for specific details relevant to your location.

Accommodations

Roku values diversity and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or adjustments at any stage of the application process, please reach out to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.

What should I know about Roku's culture?

At Roku, we foster a fast-paced environment where the focus is on collective success rather than individual recognition. We prioritize collaboration and surround ourselves with talented individuals who are easy to work with and maintain humility. A sense of humor is appreciated, and we believe that a smaller group of highly skilled individuals can achieve more efficiently than larger teams with less talent. Our culture encourages independent thinking and bold ideas, enabling us to act swiftly and accomplish remarkable outcomes through trust and collaboration. We pride ourselves on being problem-solvers, where solutions are only validated once they are built and delivered to customers. This proactive approach to innovation has been a cornerstone of our success since our inception in 2002.

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